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ECR's 'Mahila Suraksha': 2,629 Penalized for Women's Coach Violations
3 Jan
Summary
- Over 1,000 arrested for illegal alarm chain pulling.
- Nearly 2,700 penalized for traveling in women's coaches.
- Danapur division saw most violations in both operations.
The East Central Railway (ECR) has completed a comprehensive month-long enforcement drive, from December 1 to 31, across its five divisions. This initiative, dubbed 'Samay Palan,' specifically targeted the misuse of alarm chains, leading to 1,032 arrests under Section 141 of the Railway Act. The Danapur division reported the highest number of these arrests.
Simultaneously, the ECR intensified 'Mahila Suraksha' operations focused on women passenger safety. Under Section 162 of the Railway Act, 2,629 individuals were penalized for occupying reserved women's compartments without authorization. Again, the Danapur division registered the most cases, underscoring ongoing challenges with passenger conduct.
These operations, conducted over the past month, reflect a concerted effort by the ECR to enforce railway regulations and ensure passenger safety and convenience. The drive's success is measured by the substantial number of arrests and penalties issued, signaling a stricter approach to railway violations.
